Napa public meetings in 2021
43 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to consider administrative resolutions. These include amending Policy Manual Section 8B regarding officer elections and authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings for county boards and commissions due to COVID-19.
- Resolution 21-1398 to amend Policy Manual Section 8B regarding supervisor officer elections
- Resolution 21-1399 to allow remote teleconference meetings for county boards and commissions
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a major modification to the use permit for Venge Vineyards to increase annual wine production and event frequency. The meeting also includes a study session regarding the 2022 Housing Element Update. Additionally, the Commission will elect its 2022 officers.
- Use permit modification for Venge Vineyards to increase production to 70,000 gallons per year
- Expansion of annual marketing events at Venge Vineyards from 8 to 36
- Housing Element Update study session regarding site selection criteria
- Election of 2022 Planning Commission officers
Housing Commission
The commission will review minutes from October and November 2021 meetings. The agenda includes a monthly occupancy report from the California Human Development Corporation and two audit-related items. One item involves recommending acceptance of an internal audit for the Napa County Housing Authority.
- Approval of October 27 and November 17, 2021 meeting minutes
- Monthly report from California Human Development Corporation
- FY 2021 financial audit by Brown Armstrong
- Quarterly monitoring report for Napa County Housing Authority
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing several administrative items, including internal audit reports and contract amendments. The agenda also includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding organic waste recycling and food recovery. Additionally, various special districts are requesting to align their meeting dates with the Board.
- Ordinance for Organic Waste Recycling and Food Recovery (SB 1383)
- $306,336 grant certification for the Family Justice Center program
- Wayfinder Family Services contract increase to a maximum of $180,653
- $40,000 agreement with On the Move, Inc. for youth advocacy
- Amendment to pre-employment evaluation rates through June 2024
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of final supervisorial district maps based on 2020 Census data. The agenda also includes discussions on forming a Drought and Water Shortage Task Force and proposed updates to the County Executive Office policy manual.
- Public hearing for final supervisorial district maps based on 2020 Census data
- Resolution to form a Drought and Water Shortage Task Force
- Proposal to amend Policy Manual Section 8B regarding the election of officers
- Discussion regarding teleconference and video conferencing for Board-appointed committees
- Closed session discussion regarding the appointment of County Counsel
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing several administrative items, including a $12 million reduction in assessed value for a specific parcel. Other items include contract renewals for child support services and updates to county personnel allocations.
- Assessor Division reduction in assessed value by $12,618,080 for APN 800-056-154
- Renewal of agreement with CDFA for $19,676 for Asian Citrus Psyllid inspections
- Agreement with Applied Survey Research for the 2022 Point in Time count
- Establishment of a $1,000 matching employer contribution to the 401(a) Retirement Savings Plan
- Amendment to NEOGOV contract increasing maximum amount to $309,122
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The Board will consider amending a contract for the Zerba Bridge Removal to increase compensation to $125,000. Staff will also present elements for a countywide water supply and drought management website. Additionally, the Board may vote to continue holding meetings via remote teleconference.
- Amendment to Agreement 210249B (FC) for Zerba Bridge Removal increasing compensation to $125,000
- Presentation on Napa countywide water supply and drought management website elements
- Resolution to continue remote teleconference meetings due to COVID-19
- Approval of the 2022 meeting calendar
Planning Commission
The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 1, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were addressed during this session.
- No items were presented due to the meeting cancellation.
Legislative Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review draft recommendations for the 2022 Federal and State Legislative & Regulatory Platforms. Members will also consider findings to continue holding virtual meetings under certain Brown Act exceptions. Additionally, the committee may discuss recommending endorsement of the Bay Adapt Joint Platform.
- Adoption of the 2022 Legislative Subcommittee Regular Calendar
- Review of Draft 2 of the 2022 Federal Legislative & Regulatory Platform
- Findings to continue holding virtual meetings without certain Brown Act provisions
- Review of Draft 2 of the 2022 State Legislative & Regulatory Platform
- Recommendation to endorse the Bay Adapt Joint Platform
Planning Commission
The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 17, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.
Housing Commission
The commission will discuss adopting Resolution No. 2021-01 to authorize remote teleconference meetings. The agenda also includes a monthly report from the California Human Development Corporation regarding October 2021 occupancy.
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2021-01 for remote teleconference meetings
- Monthly report from California Human Development Corporation on October 2021 occupancy
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing grant subawards totaling millions of dollars for wildfire prevention and drought relief. The agenda also includes various administrative actions, such as committee appointments and service contracts. Additionally, the Board will review reports on county donations and audit monitoring.
- $7,580,000 grant subaward for water supply projects and wildfire safety
- $700,000 reimbursement for Lake Berryessa drought relief project
- $180,000 annual contract for federal legislative and regulatory advocacy services
- $94,500 agreement with Social Change Partners, LLC for program plan development
- $85,000 purchase of a new chipper tow vehicle for County Fire
Board of Supervisors
This was a special closed session meeting of the Napa County Board of Supervisors. The agenda focused on a conference with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation
Legislative Subcommittee
The subcommittee will discuss the draft 2022 Federal Legislative and Regulatory Platform. It will also consider direction for the draft 2022 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform. Updates on federal and state legislation will be provided by advocates.
- Discussion of draft 2022 Federal Legislative and Regulatory Platform (21-1178)
- Discussion of draft 2022 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform (21-1180)
- Federal legislative update by advocates
- State legislative update by advocates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a major modification to the use permit for Tamber Bey Winery at 1251 Tubbs Lane. The request includes recognizing an annual wine production of 80,000 gallons and adjusting Saturday tasting visitor limits. The proposal also seeks to reduce the number of annual marketing events from 25 to 16.
- Use permit modification for Tamber Bey Winery at 1251 Tubbs Lane
- Recognition of 80,000 gallon annual wine production
- Increase Saturday tasting capacity to 45 visitors on 43 Saturdays per year
- Reduction of annual marketing events from 25 to 16
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing an ordinance to change how supervisorial district boundaries are established via resolution. The Board is also considering a $1,879,100 purchase for fire apparatus in Yountville and Deer Park. Other items include budget transfers for arts programs and various departmental staffing updates.
- Ordinance to change supervisorial district boundary procedures
- $1,879,100 purchase of fire apparatus for Yountville and Deer Park stations
- $50,000 agreement with BMI Imaging Systems for newspaper digitization
- $24,500 budget transfer for Arts and Culture programs
- $14,089 sole source award to Napa Valley Media for a switchboard
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The District will receive a staff update regarding the Flood Project. The Board will also consider Resolution No. 2021-08 (FC) to continue holding meetings via remote teleconference due to COVID-19 emergency recommendations.
- Resolution No. 2021-08 (FC) regarding continued remote teleconference meetings
- Staff update on the Flood Project
Legislative Subcommittee
The scheduled meeting of the Napa County Legislative Subcommittee for November 1, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda contained only standard procedural items.
Housing Commission
The Commission will review a proposal by Burbank Housing to develop supportive and affordable permanent housing at the Wine Valley Lodge facility. The meeting also includes reviews of quarterly internal audit reports and fourth quarter financial statements for the Napa County Housing Authority.
- Burbank Housing proposal for permanent housing at Wine Valley Lodge
- NCHA internal audit quarterly monitoring report for June 30, 2021
- California Human Development Corporation September 2021 occupancy report
- Napa County Housing Authority fourth quarter financial statements
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a major modification to the use permit for Pickett Road Wine Company at 2339 Pickett Road. The proposal includes increasing staff levels, expanding daily visitor limits, and constructing a crush pad canopy.
- Use Permit Major Modification for Pickett Road Wine Company
- Expansion of winery staff and visitor limits at 2339 Pickett Road
- Construction of a crush pad canopy and cave conversion
- Informational presentation on building and fire codes for winery caves
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is considering several administrative actions, including budget transfers and contract renewals. Items include updates to the Groundwater Sustainability Plan deadline and various departmental funding requests. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
- Resolution for up to $1,800,000 in COVID-19 Emergency Solutions Grants for housing and homeless services
- $248,595 budget transfer to the Citizens’ Option for Public Safety fund
- $360,920 grant application for victim advocacy and outreach programs
- $240,000 agreement with FirstWatch Solutions, Inc. for EMS software
- $163,886 contract with AMS.NET for Cisco core switches and labor
Board of Supervisors
The Board will receive presentations regarding the COVID-19 situation and fire season preparations. The meeting also includes decisions on several grant applications for housing, homelessness, and cybersecurity services.
- $449,805 agreement to apply for HHAP-3 grant funding
- $165,000 professional services agreement for cybersecurity penetration tests
- $37,000 background investigation agreement with Frasier Group Investigations
- $28,499 sole source purchase of an X-Ray System for the Sheriff's Office
- ESG grant applications totaling up to $520,000
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The Board will consider a legal services agreement with Somach, Simmons and Dunn regarding Lake Berryessa water distribution. The meeting also includes a grant application for the Napa River Estuary Enhancement and Public Access Project.
- Legal services contract with Somach, Simmons and Dunn up to $41,310 for Lake Berryessa water diversion renewal
- Operating Agreement for railroad bridge maintenance over the Napa River and Bypass Channel
- Quitclaim deed from the Napa Valley Wine Train at no cost
- Grant application for the Napa River Estuary Enhancement and Public Access Project
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items. These include contract amendments for groundwater planning, renewals for gang violence suppression programs, and updates to appropriation limits for various districts.
- $235,200 increase for groundwater sustainability plan development services
- $163,261 grant subaward for County Victim Services
- $15,000 contract for Voters Choice Act mandatory outreach costs
- Renewal of revenue agreement for Sudden Oak Death inspections ($1,698)
- Amendments to Gang Violence Suppression Program agreements with local police departments
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several administrative and financial actions. These include approving tax rates for the 2021-22 fiscal year and authorizing a $100,000 grant for rental assistance navigation services. The meeting also covers various health service agreements and legal services for a residential project in American Canyon.
- $100,000 ARPA grant to Napa Valley Community Foundation for rental assistance navigation
- $73,400 legal services agreement regarding the Oat Hill Multi-Family Residential Project
- $400,000 revenue agreement with San Francisco Department of Public Health
- Adoption of Napa County tax rates for the 2021-22 Secured Tax Roll
- Sale of surplus fire department vehicles at public auction
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is considering several financial and administrative proposals. These include implementing the Teeter Plan through a promissory note and re-directing disaster recovery funds for affordable housing.
- Authorization of a $5,268,793 promissory note to fund delinquent secured taxes
- Re-direction of $420,094 in CDBG-DR funds to the City of Napa for wildfire-related affordable housing replacement
- Contract award of $1,198,062 to Midstate Barrier, Inc. for the 2020 LNU Fire Guardrail Replacement Project
- Sole source purchase of a Type 5 Patrol Vehicle for approximately $315,000
- Joint grant application for up to $700,000 to create 16 permanent supportive housing units
Board of Supervisors
The Napa County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and service contracts. Key items include funding for homeless shelter operations and psychiatric hospitalization services. The board will also address budget transfers for special districts and updates to election division staffing.
- $3,878,526 contract amendment with Abode Services for homeless shelter and outreach
- $300,000 annual agreement with St. Helena Hospital for psychiatric hospitalization services
- $203,256 budget transfer for Lake Berryessa Resort Improvement District projects
- $17,295 agreement with On the Move, Inc. for foster youth housing navigation
- Resolution to update job classes and staffing in the Elections Division
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The District will discuss the annual water supply outlook and potential drought planning efforts for Napa County communities. The Board will also consider amending a maintenance agreement with the City of American Canyon and reviewing a letter regarding funding for the Napa River Flood Protection Project.
- Amendment to maintenance agreement with City of American Canyon up to $100,000 per fiscal year
- Potential funding contribution for Napa River Flood Protection Project Increments 2 and 3
- Update on the annual water supply outlook for Napa County
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several infrastructure and service agreements. Items include a large paving contract, emergency generator funding, and federal grants for homeless services. The meeting also includes updates to county policies regarding harassment and business registration fees.
- $3,141,632 construction contract for the East Central Paving Project
- $328,379 purchase of four mobile generators for power resiliency
- Federal HUD revenue agreements for various homeless services programs
- $165,273 contract for Diamond Mountain 1.1 Slide Repair
- New 'No Parking - Tow Away' zones on Las Posadas Road and Howell Mountain Road
Board of Supervisors
The agenda for this special meeting lists various administrative and consent items without providing specific details for each public item. The Board will also enter a closed session to negotiate the price and payment terms for 2344 Old Sonoma Road.
- Property negotiation for 2344 Old Sonoma Road with Napa Community Real Estate Fund, LP
- Closed session regarding anticipated litigation (Case 21-711)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several revenue agreements for mental health services and community immunity outreach. The agenda also includes budget adjustments, personnel changes within the Health and Human Services Agency, and a marketing agreement with Visit Napa Valley.
- $772,941.72 renewal agreement with Department of State Hospitals for CONREP
- $613,635 revenue agreement with DHCS for Mental Health Services Block Grant funds
- $100,000 agreement with Visit Napa Valley for digital marketing services
- $282,900 sole source contract award to Global Stabilization, LLC
- Addition of ten Senior Mental Health Worker positions in the Mental Health Division
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The Board will consider an amendment to an agreement with the Napa County Resource Conservation District for a new annual maximum of $182,650. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding property negotiations for several parcels.
- Amendment No. 7 to Agreement No. 180057B (FC) with Napa County Resource Conservation District for a new annual maximum of $182,650
- Closed session conference regarding price and terms negotiations for APN Nos. 043-103-007-000, 043-103-020-000, 043-103-021-000, and 043-103-007-022-000
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative actions, including contract amendments and grant awards. Items include funding for groundwater sustainability planning and various arts and culture programs. The Board will also consider an ordinance regarding wireless facilities and personnel appointments.
- $200,000 increase to CONCUR, Inc. agreement for groundwater sustainability planning
- $175,000 in grant awards for local arts and culture organizations
- Ordinance regarding small wireless facilities in the right-of-way
- Agreement with Salvation Army for jail food services at $50,000 per year
- Salary adjustments and a $1,500 lump sum payment for eligible county employees
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items. This includes approving contracts for farmworker center management and water system maintenance. The meeting also covers budget transfers, legal service agreements, and various county appointments.
- $941,665 agreement with California Human Development Corporation for farmworker center management
- $88,669.97 contract with Environmental Aqua for water system maintenance at farmworker centers
- $150,000 agreement with Jones & Mayer LLP for legal and litigation services
- Budget transfers within the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District
- Approval of the Internal Audit Plan for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The Board will hold a public hearing to consider the recommended Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budgets for watershed, flood control, and water supply projects. Additionally, the District will consider several contract amendments to extend service terms or increase funding for professional services.
- Adoption of the FY 2021-2022 recommended budget resolution
- $132,600 increase to O'Connell & Dempsey, LLC agreement
- $301,200 increase to Larry Walker Associates agreement
- Extension of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program agreement
- Term extension for Napa County Resource Conservation District agreement
Board of Supervisors
The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Board of Supervisors on June 16, 2021, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided during this session.
- No items were processed due to the meeting cancellation.
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing several items including affordable housing development and wildfire mitigation funding. The agenda also includes updates to COVID-19 business policies and various contract amendments.
- Affordable housing development at 3700 Valle Verde Drive with 66 supportive and 24 affordable units
- $5,400,000 contract amendment with Napa Communities Firewise Foundation for wildfire mitigation
- $70,000 budget transfer to fund investigations into employee misconduct
- Amendment to County policy regarding temporary on-site business areas during the COVID-19 pandemic
- $21,984 agreement with GHD, Inc. for a cultural resources investigation at wastewater ponds
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is opening hearings for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Recommended Budget. The session includes a budget overview, review of Supplemental Budget Report No. 1, and discussions on county priorities. The Board will also consider the tentative approval of the recommended budget.
- Opening of Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Recommended Budget Hearings
- Review of Supplemental Budget Report No. 1
- Tentative approval of the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Recommended Budget
Board of Supervisors
The Napa County Board of Supervisors is considering an ordinance to ban industrial hemp cultivation. The agenda also includes a resolution declaring a local emergency due to drought conditions. Additionally, the Board will review several contract amendments and appointments.
- Ordinance banning industrial hemp cultivation
- Resolution declaring a local emergency due to drought
- $820,033.59 revenue agreement for fire services in Yountville
- Conflict waiver for affordable housing at 3700 Valle Verde Drive
- Amendment to legal services agreement increasing compensation to $300,000
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The District is holding public hearings to discuss the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget. The Board will receive staff presentations and public testimony on the proposed budgets. Final adoption of these budgets is scheduled for June 22, 2021.
- Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget
- $125,000 contract with Golden Gate Landscape
- $125,000 contract with Hanford A.R.C.
- $75,000 contract with SMP, Inc.
Board of Supervisors
The Board will recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and review several administrative items. Proposed actions include updating building codes for wildfire protection and approving various departmental contracts.
- Ordinance to amend building codes for wildfire protection
- Ordinance to improve fire hazard abatement rules for vegetation
- Request for a temporary loan to Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District
- Revenue agreement with University of California for insect trap inspections ($21,526)
- Budget transfer of $40,000 for Conflict Public Defender indigent defense costs
Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The District will hold public hearings to consider objections to proposed 2021-2022 assessments for the Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone and Joint Zone Project 96-1. Staff will also present updates on the annual water supply outlook and maintenance program projects. The Board may also authorize signing Dry Year Water Transfer Agreements.
- Public hearing for Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone 2021-2022 assessments
- Protest hearing for Joint Zone Project 96-1 2021-2022 assessments
- Presentation on Maintenance and Watershed Management Program projects
- Presentation on the annual water supply outlook for Napa County
- Authorization to sign Dry Year Water Transfer Agreements
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several financial and administrative items, including school district borrowing and special district loan renewals. The agenda also includes updates on housing grants and broadband implementation plans. Additionally, the Board will present proclamations for Wildfire Prevention Week and anti-racism.
- Authorization for Napa Valley Unified School District to borrow up to $35,000,000
- Loan renewal request of $625,000 from Napa County for a special district
- Professional services agreement with CBG Communications, Inc. for $98,150 regarding broadband solutions
- Application for an additional ESG-CV grant not to exceed $500,000
- Revenue agreement of up to $51,144 for homelessness assistance funding